Should you visit Berlin or Prague?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Berlin or Prague, this travel cost comparison can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Berlin
Berlin is the capital and largest city in Germany. As such, travelers can expect typical European prices for everything from hotels to food to sights and attractions. While it's possible to experience this city on a cheaper budget, don't expect to get much without paying a decent amount.
With a population of about 4.5 million, Berlin is a very international city that is well known for its high level of tolerance, an eclectic nightlife, an artistic vibe and many historical sights. There are museums, palaces and landmarks spread throughout the city. Despite having a significant amount of damage during the last few years of World War II, Berlin has been rebuilt with an interesting diversity of architecture styles. This is particularly true after the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989. Architecture in the city represents many different historical periods ranging from medieval buildings through modern, glass structures.
Prague
Prague is the capital city of the Czech Republic. It is also the largest city in the country and one of the largest cities in Central Europe. Prague has long enticed travelers for its beautiful architecture, impressive bridges, detailed cathedrals, and fascinating history. Prague is unique in that is remained almost completely undamaged during World War II. The medieval city center still feels like you've stepped back in time. Despite this historic atmosphere, there is still a lot of vibrant energy and you'll find many different live music venues, art galleries, modern restaurants, and unique festivals throughout the year.
Which city is cheaper, Prague or Berlin?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Berlin is €110, while the average daily cost in Prague is €83. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Berlin and Prague in more detail.
Accommodation
The prices for places to stay in Berlin can vary by date, location, and type. Generally, the average cost for accommodation per person is €51, while a typical double-occupancy hotel room for two people will cost around €102.
Accommodation prices vary by location and style, but travelers pay on average about €100 for a double occupancy room in Prague.
Local Transportation
Public transportation tends to be much less expensive in Berlin than paying for a taxi or private car service, as is expected. Typically, people spend €14 on transportation in Berlin on average per day.
The average price of local transportation around Prague is €6.24 per person, per day. As this average includes both taxis and public transport, keep in mind that the prices of private drivers and taxis are significantly more expensive than public transportation.
Typical Local Transportation prices in Berlin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Berlin:
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Short Trip Metro Ticket
€1.40
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Bahn Ticket
€3.00
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Short Taxi Ride
€20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Berlin
Also for Berlin, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Private Departure Transfer from Berlin City Center to Berlin Tegel Airport:
$24
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Berlin Tegel Airport (TXL) to Berlin - Round-Trip Private Van Transfer:
$27
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Berlin Tegel Airport (TXL) to Berlin - Arrival Private Van Transfer:
$27
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Berlin to Berlin Tegel Airport (TXL) - Departure Private Van Transfer:
$27
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Private Airport Transfer: from Berlin to Schonefeld Airport (SXF):
$30
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Private Airport Transfer: from Berlin to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER):
$30
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Transfer from Berlin Tegel Airport to Berlin city (any hotel or address):
$32
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Berlin Schonefeld Airport (SXF) to Berlin - Departure Private Van Transfer:
$34
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Private Transfer from Berlin City Center to Schönefeld Airport:
$36
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Premium Transfer Accommodation in Berlin to Berlin Tegel Airport:
$37
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Premium Transfer from Berlin Tegel Airport to Accommodation in Berlin:
$37
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Private Business Transfer from Berlin Hotel to Berlin Tegel Airport (TXL):
$41
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Prague
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Prague:
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VIP Bus Private Transfer from Vienna to Prague for up to 19 people:
$1,411
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Private transfer from Prague to Budapest with Stopover in Bratislava incl a tour:
$1,379
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Private Bus Transfer from Prague to Passau for up to 19 people:
$1,278
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Private Bus Transfer from Passau to Prague for up to 19 people:
$1,278
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Large group Private Transfer from Vilshofen to Prague or Prague to Vilshofen:
$1,242
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Private Bus Transfer from Prague to Passau for up to 15 people:
$1,169
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Private Bus Transfer from Passau to Prague for up to 15 people:
$1,169
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A private one way transfer from Prague to Innsbruck:
$1,045
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Private transfer from Prague to Budapest:
$975
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Private transfer from Prague to Frankfurt am Main:
$975
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Private transfer from Prague to Krakow:
$961
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Private transfer from Prague to Vienna with Stopover in Lednice Chateau:
$933
Is it cheaper to fly into Berlin or Prague?
Prices for flights to both Prague and Berlin change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
In Berlin travelers spend around €41 a day on food. You can save money by choosing casual restaurants or food stalls, or you can spend plenty more by dining in nicer restaurants at every meal.
In Prague travelers spend around €20 a day on food. You can save money by choosing casual restaurants or food stalls, or you can spend plenty more by dining in nicer restaurants at every meal.
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Food
Meals for one day
Berlin €41
Prague €20
Typical Food prices in Berlin
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Berlin:
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Berlin
For Berlin, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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English Comedy Ticket including Pizza in Berlin Mitte:
$16
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English Comedy Showcase Including Pizza in Berlin Mitte:
$25
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Bitemojo Self Guided Food Tour New To Berlin:
$40
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Dinner Cruise – “This is the CHEF talking”:
$49
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Berlin Kreuzberg - Food Tour:
$53
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Berlin Mitte - Food Tour:
$53
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Berlin Food Tour:
$55
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Withlocals 10 Tastings: Covid-19 Regulated Private Food Tour:
$57
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Berlin Dinner Cruise.:
$61
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History Bites: The Berlin History and Food Tour:
$61
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Fun Dinner and Dancing by Gaiety in Berlin:
$84
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Vegan Food Tour Experience in Berlin:
$87
Typical Food prices in Prague
Some typical examples of dining costs in Prague are as follows:
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Fruit
€4.06
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Lunch for One
€12
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Bananas
€0.57
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Cookies
€0.32
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Prague
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Prague.
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Prague City Tour by Bus With Optional Boat Tour, Charles Bridge Museum and Dinner:
$15
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Traditional Balkan Burek cooking class and dinner in Prague for small groups:
$59
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Medieval Dinner with Transfers:
$69
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3-Hour Dinner Cruise with Transfers:
$77
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Mozart Concert and Dinner in Prague:
$82
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Roman pasta cooking class and dinner in Prague:
$90
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Czech Folklore Show with dinner and private transfer:
$96
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Dinner cruise - open buffet - with 2 incl transfers:
$106
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Folklore Evening Including Traditional Czech Dinner in Prague:
$107
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Medieval Dinner with Transfers:
$108
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Medieval dinner in Prague with incl transports:
$118
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Prague Cooking Class with Tereza:
$121
Entertainment
Sightseeing expenses in Berlin, including the cost of admission tickets for day tours, museums, and attractions, usually cost an average of €18 per day, per person.
Prague's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around €12 per person, per day. This cost can vary widely by the type of activity, however, as this includes admission tickets, day tours, museums, and other things to do.
Typical Entertainment prices in Berlin
For Berlin, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
Tours and Activities in Berlin
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Berlin.
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Rude Bastards tour of Berlin:
$1.87
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Music of Berlin Private Tour: Communist Berlin Exploration Game:
$3.72
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Berlin Private Tour: Third Reich & the Cold War Exploration Game:
$4.96
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The Dönerkebab: Discover how it changed Germany on an audio walking tour:
$5.48
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Witches, Riots and the Cold War: A Walk Through Wedding Audio Tour by VoiceMap:
$5.48
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In and Around Alexanderplatz Walking Audio Tour by VoiceMap:
$5.48
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Berlin's Centre - Explore the city's modern history with this audio walking tour:
$5.48
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Classic Sights and Hidden Histories of Berlin's Museum Island Audio Tour:
$5.48
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Into the Heart of Berlin Self-guided Audio Tour by VoiceMap:
$5.48
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Ku'damm Couture and Currywurst Self-guided Audio Tour by VoiceMap:
$5.48
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Berlin Trabi Museum: Day Ticket:
$5.66
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Self-Guided Tour of Over 100 Sights:
$5.66
Typical Entertainment prices in Prague
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Prague are as follows:
Tours and Activities in Prague
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Prague are as follows:
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1 Hour and 30 min Panoramic Electric Scooter Tour In Prague:
$49
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1 day Unesco private wine experience in Kutna Hora:
$328
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1 week, 3 countries: Prague - Vienna - Budapest: PRIVATE TOUR::
$4,479
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1,5 hour oldtimer convertible Prague sightseeing tour:
$153
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1-Hour Introductory Tour of Prague Castle With Fast-GET Admission Ticket:
$27
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10 days private sightseeing tour from Prague to Budapest:
$2,806
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10 hours Cesky Krumlov Private Tour:
$510
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2 Day Nightlife Ticket:
$14
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2 hour evening tour by car:
$224
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2- Private Day tour to Cesky Krumlov, Hallstatt and Salzburg from Prague:
$983
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2- or 3-Night Guided Prague Weekend Experience:
$274
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2-Day Private tour from Prague to Munich via Hallstatt, Salzburg and Krumlov:
$1,107
Alcohol
Alcoholic beverages can often be a significant portion of a traveler's budget, and the costs can vary greatly from person to person. In Berlin, the average amount that a visitor spends on alcoholic beverages per day is €13.
The average person spends about €8.48 on alcoholic beverages in Prague per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
Typical Alcohol prices in Berlin
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Berlin from other travelers:
Sample the Local Flavors in Berlin
Also in Berlin, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
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Berlin Pub Crawl And Night Life Tour:
$15
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Guided Pub Crawl with Shots:
$20
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Berlin Nightlife: The Original Pub Crawl:
$20
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#1 Berlin Pub Crawl:
$25
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Sean's Wine Tasting Events:
$66
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Showgirls of Burlesque by Gl’Amouresque:
$66
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Welcome to Berlin tour! Sightseeing, souvenirs and visit of a German brewery:
$236
Typical Alcohol prices in Prague
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Prague from other travelers:
Sample the Local Flavors in Prague
Also in Prague, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
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Bar Crawl with 2-Hour Open Bar:
$28
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Taste wine properly - wine tasting session:
$30
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1-Hour Segway Experience and Brewery Tour:
$56
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3-hour Brewery Segway Tour including Monastic Beers:
$85
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Private 3-Hour Monastery Brewery Segway Tour + Beers:
$85
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Private Karlovy Vary with Royal Brewery or Mozer Full Day Trip:
$128
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Private Kutna Hora with Sedlec Ossuary and Local brewery Full Day Trip:
$149
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Pilsner Urquell brewery and Pilsen City Private tour from Prague All-Inclusive:
$199
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Prague Wine Tasting and Countryside Small-Group Tour with Lunch:
$215
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Private Tour: Chateau Lany and Krakovec Castle and Krusovice Royal Brewery from Prague Including Tasting and Czech Lunch:
$217
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Pilsner Urquell brewery private day trip and cheese tasting on family eco-farm:
$220
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Private Pilsner Urquell brewery, Pilsen City and Bohemian Glass factory day tour:
$230
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Berlin and Prague, we can see that Berlin is more expensive. And not only is Prague much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Prague would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Prague and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Berlin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Berlin than you might in Prague.
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